Pittsburgh Penguins

Twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck were selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL Draft, fulfilling their long-held wish to remain in the same organization.

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Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas has expressed a strong desire to retain star forward Jevgenij Malkin for the next NHL season. The comments come after Malkin made clear he wants to continue playing in the league following the team's playoff exit.

Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman Kris Letang and forward Filip Hallander returned to full practice on Tuesday following injuries that sidelined them before the Olympic break. Letang, recovering from a fractured foot, reported feeling close to 100 percent and anticipates playing when the team resumes games on February 26. Hallander, who missed 42 games due to a blood clot, expressed renewed appreciation for the sport after his recovery.

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The NHL has initiated an 18-day freeze on player trades starting February 4 at 3 p.m. ET, ahead of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics. This period, lasting until February 22 at 11:59 p.m. ET, limits roster moves but allows contract extensions and certain demotions. Teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins face specific implications for managing players during the break.

Sidney Crosby scored 22 seconds into overtime to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 5-4 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, marking their fifth straight win. The Penguins overcame a three-goal second-period hole at Nationwide Arena on Sunday. Rickard Rakell tied the game with 14 seconds left in regulation.

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The Pittsburgh Penguins showcased their strongest performance of the season, defeating the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Saturday to complete a home-and-home sweep. The victory marked the Penguins' fourth straight win, highlighted by a stout defensive effort. Evgeni Malkin remained sidelined but practiced earlier in the week.